Contracts Manager - 12 month contract

Loblaw Companies Limited; Brampton; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Loblaw Companies Limited is seeking a Contract Manager to draft and negotiate goods/services contracts, primarily supporting Transport Business Units. You will collaborate with Enterprise Procurement Group, category directors, and legal teams to align terms with Loblaw’s objectives.

The role requires strong contract drafting, negotiation, and procurement process knowledge, with emphasis on IT contracts and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS/BComm in business or equivalent.
• Understanding of procurement contract management process.
• External procurement and/or legal certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and completes required agreements (Master Agreements, complex Statements of Work, Ordering Documents) by applying knowledge of contract law, company policy and stakeholder feedback.
• Review of supplier contracts for improvement opportunities and inquiries from business stakeholders.
• Analyze post-contractual obligations and contract life for value maximization and compliance.
• Assist with contract summaries for senior executives and proper filing.

Skills

Supply Chain knowledge

Strong communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Legal understanding

Education

BS/BComm in business

Paralegal studies

Quantitative field

Tools

Ariba

Fieldglass

Contract management tools

Job description

At Loblaw, we help millions of Canadians get through their best days, worst days, celebration days, and every day. Through our innovation and quality products, we’re here for our friends, neighbours, family members and colleagues. We succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. We’re looking for adaptable people who are thrilled to join us in our goal of helping Canadians Live Life Well. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. We promote leaders at every level and support our people to follow their passion.

Job Description

The Contract Manger will join a team reporting to the Sr. Manager, Contracts, Enterprise Procurement Group. The primary responsibilities for this role is to successfully understand the business needs, draft and negotiate contracts for Goods/Services. The Contract Manager should ensure his drafting skills reflect the outcome of negotiations. This role requires the individual to primarily support Transport Business Units. Extensive collaboration is required with Enterprise Procurement Group, Category Directors, Contracts Group and other Business Stakeholders, such as, Risk team, Finance team, and the Legal department to ensure that the terms and conditions stated in medium to high complexity contracts are in line with Loblaw’s strategic objectives and the negotiation outcome.

Accountabilities

• Draft and completes required agreements (Master Agreements, complex Statements of Work, Ordering Documents etc.) by applying knowledge of contract law, company policy and feedback from other groups (such as Enterprise Procurement Group, Category Managers, Business Stakeholders, Security Stakeholders, Privacy Stakeholders, compliance Stakeholders, Legal Stakeholders and vendors).
• Ongoing review of new and existing supplier contracts for improvement opportunities, including assisting with inquiries from the Business Stakeholders related to a contract.
• Assist with the development of contract summaries for Loblaw senior executives and ensure proper contract filing compliance (electronic and hard copy).
• Analyze and verify that legal terms in medium to high complexity contracts are in line with category and procurement objectives as well as legal requirements, policies and value maximization for Loblaw.
• Assist with analyzing post-contractual obligations (volume commitments, contract life, etc.).
• Analyze potential for restructuring existing contracts for additional benefits.
• Assist stakeholders with operational, process and technical questions regarding the use of the procurement tools (Jaggaer, Fieldglass).
• Accountable to provide support in the areas of data errors, change management (internal and vendors) and training (internal and vendors) in relation to contract management tools.
• Administrative tasks, including opening and publishing a contract, assisting with contract related inquiries received from the Business, including providing contract information, etc.
• Provides assessments on the current procurement tools and team processes and provides recommendations to streamline or ameliorate such processes.

Skills and Capabilities

• Strong background and knowledge of Supply Chain industry
• legal qualification is an asset
• Strong background and knowledge in reviewing IT contracts is a preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills is a must
• Strong project management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with disparate teams
• Business & Procurement knowledge
• Experience in procurement contract drafting and negotiation
• Working knowledge of the procurement process, including strategic procurement and has the ability to contribute information and expertise to drive results
• Advanced understanding of the legal system, especially contract law
• Ability to work with all levels of management ina fast-paced workenvironment

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities.

Role Requirements

• A minimum of BS/BComm in business, a quantitative field and paralegal studies
• Understanding of procurement contract management process
• Previous experience within category management or strategic sourcing
• External procurement and/or legal certification preferred

Technical

• PC skills (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
• Contract database management experience
• Experience with Ariba and Fieldglass contract management tools a plus

Loblaw is committed to sustainability by sourcing products with integrity and making a positive difference in the community. Our CORE Values Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Employment Type

Full time

Type of Role

Temporary with Benefits (Fixed Term)

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche :$68,000.00 - $93,500.00 / 68.000,00$ - 93.500,00$ (per year / par an)A candidate’s experience and knowledge as well as the geographical region in which the position is located may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy. The Company uses artificial intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing and/or selecting applicants for this position. / L’expérience et les connaissances d’un candidat ainsi que la région géographique dans laquelle le poste est situé peuvent être prises en compte dans la rémunération qu’un candidat reçoit pour ce poste. Cette offre d’emploi concerne un poste vacant existant. L’entreprise utilise l’intelligence artificielle dans le but de filtrer, d’évaluer et/ou de sélectionner les candidats à ce poste.